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This matrix is to be used to set guidelines on the appropriate infection prevention and control procedures
required for the type of activity depending on where the activity will occur. The Infection Prevention and
Control representative may add or omit requirements specific to a project. Recommended barriers are to be
installed before construction begins.
Includes but is not limited to removal of ceiling tiles for visual inspection (limited to 1 tile per
50 square feet), painting, wall covering, electrical trim work, minor plumbing and activities
that do not generate dust or require cutting of walls.
Type B Small scale, short duration activities that create minimal dust.
Includes but is not limited to installation of telephone and computer cables, access to chase
spaces, cutting of walls or ceiling where dust migration can be easily controlled at the source.
Type C Any work that generates a moderate to high level of dust or requires demolition or removal of
any fixed building components or assemblies.
Includes but is not limited to sanding walls, for painting or wall coverings, removing floor
coverings, ceiling tiles and millwork, new wall construction, minor ductwork or electrical work
above ceilings, major cabling activities and any activity that cannot be completed within a
single work shift within the set containment.
Type D Major demolition and construction projects
Includes but is not limited to activities that require consecutive work shifts, heavy demolition
or removal of a complete ceiling system and new construction.
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Matrix modified from Bartley J. Infection Control Issues in Construction and Renovation Toolkit.
Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. 2007; 89-91.
Step 2: Determine Risk Group Impacted by the Proposed Construction
Activity:
Lowest Risk Medium Risk High Risk Highest Risk
Step 4: Identify any areas surrounding the project area, assessing the
potential Impact:
Risk Group Risk Group Risk Group Risk Group Risk Group Risk Group
Step 5: Review traffic flow and debris control (how and when), Are hand
washing sinks going to be blocked or shut off. Is an ILSM needed?
□ Yes □ No
Additional Requirements:
Date: Date: